Sapore Vero Hither Green is an Italian restaurant and pizzeria at 19 Staplehurst Road. It combines the warmth of a neighbourhood dining room with a menu rooted in recognisable regional flavours, serving local residents for relaxed dinners, family meals and occasions that call for a bottle of Italian wine.
Pizza is built on a thin, crisp base with San Marzano tomato and fior di latte mozzarella at its core. A simple Margherita keeps those ingredients in focus, while other combinations introduce cured meats, vegetables, burrata and the heat of Calabrian nduja.
Fresh pasta, starters for sharing and more substantial mains broaden the meal beyond pizza. The kitchen uses Italian cheese, charcuterie and seasonal produce across the menu, and salads and side dishes make it easy for a table to mix lighter plates with richer favourites.
Beer, wine and spritz style drinks complement the savoury menu, followed by Italian desserts and cheeses. Table bookings provide a full restaurant experience, while collection and delivery offer the same Hither Green kitchen to customers eating at home.
Address: 19 Staplehurst Road, Hither Green, London SE13 5ND, England
Sapore Vero Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria Menu
Starters & Sharers
Arancini Funghi e Tartufo
Fried Arancini Rice Balls filled with Black Truffle and Mushrooms served with Parmesan Dip
Avocado Prawns
A light and refreshing classic. Juicy prawns paired with creamy avocado and ripe tomato, finished with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and our smooth, tangy cocktail sauce. A perfect starter that’s both elegant and full of flavour.
Bruschetta Classica
Made with our own freshly baked bread, crisped to perfection in the wood-fired oven, then topped with juicy cherry tomatoes, garlic, oregano, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil from Puglia. A simple yet flavour-packed Italian classic that speaks of freshness and tradition
Crostini con Burrata Cipolla Caramellata
Sourdough Crostini topped with Caramelised Onions and Pan Fried King Prawns
Crostini Misti
A handcrafted selection of crostini showcasing bold and regional Italian pairings: – Fiery Spicy Nduja Sausage from Calabria – Creamy Goat Cheese with a touch of Honey – Savoury Ham and Marinated Artichokes – Earthy Porcini Mushrooms with Gorgonzola Cheese Crisped artisan bread serves as the perfect base for this flavour-packed assortment — ideal for sharing, tasting, and discovering the diverse tastes of Italy.
Focaccia Garlic
Made with our own pizza dough, this focaccia is baked to perfection and topped with melted fresh garlic butter and aromatic rosemary. Soft, golden, and full of flavour — a deliciously simple way to begin your meal.
Focaccia Garlic & Mozzarella
Made with our own pizza dough, this focaccia is baked to perfection and topped with melted fresh garlic butter and aromatic rosemary. Soft, golden, and full of flavour — a deliciously simple way to begin your meal.
Focaccia N'duja, Garlic & Mozzarella
Our freshly baked focaccia topped with fiery Calabrian N’duja sausage. Soft, golden, and rich with smoky, spicy flavour — a rustic southern Italian favourite with a serious kick.
Gamberoni all'Arrabbiata
Pan Fried King Prawns in Light Spicy Tomato Sauce
Insalata Caprese con Bufala
Buffalo Mozzarella with Cherry Tomatoes and Basil
Parmigiana di Melanzane Starter
A beloved Italian classic baked to perfection. Layers of tender, oven-roasted aubergines are lovingly stacked with rich tomato sauce, creamy mozzarella, and aged Parmesan cheese from Emilia-Romagna. Baked until golden and bubbling, this dish offers a comforting harmony of flavors — rustic, hearty, and deeply satisfying
Pepata Cozze
A traditional southern Italian dish featuring fresh mussels steamed with garlic, black pepper, and a splash of white wine. Served in their own fragrant broth with a side of toasted bread to soak it all up. Simple, bold, and full of the sea — an essential taste of the Italian coast.
Burrata e Prosciutto di Parma
A refined Italian board featuring silky Burrata cheese, sweet caramelised onions, and delicate slices of Prosciutto Crudo di Parma. Served with our warm, homemade focaccia, this platter is a perfect balance of creamy, savoury, and sweet — ideal for sharing or indulging solo.
Gnocco Fritto e Culaccia
Fried Pizza Dough with Culaccia Ham
SV Platter
A beautifully curated board of Italian excellence. Featuring a selection of premium Italian charcuterie, creamy buffalo mozzarella, Sicilian Nocellara olives, marinated artichokes, and our freshly baked homemade focaccia. Perfect for sharing — this tagliere is a true celebration of the flavours that define Sapore Vero.
Pasta
Agnoli Ravioli con Burrata e Tartufo
Ravioli with Burrata and Black Truffle filling in Porcini Mushrooms, Cherry Tomatoes and White Wine Sauce topped with Walnuts and Stracciatella
Cannelloni Spinach
Tender tubes of durum wheat pasta filled with a creamy blend of ricotta and spinach, baked in a light homemade tomato sauce and finished with grated Parmesan and fresh basil. A comforting, vegetarian classic that’s rich in flavour and full of Italian tradition.
Gnocchi Gamberi e Porcini
Homemade Potato Gnocchi with King Prawns and Porcini in a Light White Wine Sauce with Cherry Tomatoes
Lasagna al Ragu
A timeless Italian favourite. Layers of homemade egg pasta sheets, rich Beef Bolognese sauce slow-cooked to perfection, melted mozzarella, aged Parmesan, and a touch of fresh basil. Baked until golden and bubbling — hearty, comforting, and full of tradition.
Paccheri Sapore Vero
Our signature dish, made with homemade fresh paccheri and filled with flavour. Featuring Italian-style sausage sourced from an organic farm, earthy porcini mushrooms, smoky scamorza cheese, sweet cherry tomatoes, and a touch of cream. A bold, comforting dish that captures the heart of Sapore Vero — rustic, indulgent, and unmistakably Italian.
Ravioli al Granchio e Zafferano
Homemade Ravioli with Crab Filling in a Creamy Saffron Sauce
Tagliollini ai Frutti di Mare
Delicate, handmade tagliolini pasta tossed with a fresh selection of seafood — including prawns, mussels, and clams — in a light white wine, garlic, and cherry tomato sauce. Fragrant, briny, and full of Mediterranean flavour, this dish brings the essence of the Italian seaside to your plate.
Tagliatelle alla Bolognese
Egg Tagliatelle with Mince Beef Bolognese Sauce and Fresh Basil
Tortelloni al Manzo
Beef Shin Tortelloni in Spicy Nduja, Mascarpone and Parmesan Sauce
Pizza
Margherita Pizza
A timeless Italian classic. Our Margherita is made with a vibrant San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh fior di latte mozzarella, and finished with fragrant basil leaves. Baked to perfection, the simple ingredients shine on a thin, crisp crust — a beautiful balance of flavour, freshness, and tradition
Salame Milano Pizza
A refined take on a classic. This pizza features a rich tomato base and creamy mozzarella, topped with delicate slices of premium Italian Salame Milano. Slow-cured and finely marbled, the salame adds a subtle, savoury depth to every bite. Simple, elegant, and full of authentic Italian flavour.
Milanese Pizza
A bold fusion of Italy’s best regions. This pizza features a rich tomato base and creamy mozzarella, topped with fiery Calabrian ‘Nduja sausage, tender aubergines, and succulent fresh Italian sausage. It’s a spicy, hearty creation that brings the vibrant spirit of Calabria to the heart of Milan — a true taste adventure.
4 Formaggi, noci, porcini Pizza
A luxurious twist on the classic four cheese pizza. Creamy mozzarella, tangy pecorino, aged parmesan, and bold gorgonzola come together in a perfectly balanced, indulgent blend. Finished with earthy porcini mushrooms and toasted walnuts for added depth and crunch. Rich, aromatic, and irresistibly satisfying — this is comfort food with Italian soul.
4 Stagioni Pizza
A timeless Italian classic, inspired by the four seasons. Made with a rich tomato base and creamy mozzarella, delicate artichokes, savoury cooked ham, earthy mushrooms, and briny black olives. Each slice offers a true symbol of Italian culinary tradition
Calabrese Pizza
A fiery taste of Calabria. This pizza features a vibrant tomato base and creamy mozzarella, topped with spicy ‘Nduja sausage — the iconic, fiery spreadable salami from Calabria — and briny black olives. Bold, rustic, and packed with southern Italian heat and character
Double Pepperoni
Friarelli Salsiccia Pizza
A bold, traditional Neapolitan favourite. This pizza features creamy mozzarella, fresh sausage, and the slightly bitter, earthy bite of friarielli — wild broccoli beloved in Naples. The perfect harmony of rich, hearty, and green flavours on a soft, blistered crust, capturing the soul of southern Italy in every slice.
Golosa Pizza
A luscious blend of sweet and savory. This pizza starts with a vibrant tomato sauce and creamy fiordilatte mozzarella, topped with sweet caramelized onions, tangy goat cheese, and fresh spinach. A perfect harmony of flavors that’s indulgent yet balanced — truly irresistible.
La Piccante Pizza
A fiery favourite with a gourmet twist. Made with organic tomato sauce and creamy mozzarella, then topped with our spicy homemade sausage and earthy porcini mushrooms. Finished with fresh buffalo mozzarella and a handful of rocket for a peppery, creamy balance. Bold, rich, and full of character — for those who like their pizza with attitude.
Napoletana Pizza
A bold taste of Southern Italy. This traditional pizza is topped with San Marzano tomatoes, Fiordilatte mozzarella, salty anchovies, plump olives, and tangy capers. Each bite delivers a savoury burst of Mediterranean flavour on a perfectly blistered, hand-stretched crust — rustic, intense, and irresistibly authentic.
Parma Pizza
Light, fresh, and full of flavour. This classic pizza features a base of rich San Marzano tomato sauce and Fiordilatte mozzarella, topped after baking with delicate slices of aged Parma ham, fresh rocket leaves, and generous slivers of Parmigiano Reggiano. A perfect balance of savoury, salty, and peppery — a true taste of Northern Italy.
Parmigiana Pizza
All the flavour of a classic Parmigiana, on a pizza. Topped with layers of oven-roasted aubergines, rich tomato sauce, creamy mozzarella, grated Parmesan, and fresh basil — just like the traditional dish. Rustic, hearty, and deeply satisfying, this pizza brings southern Italian comfort to every slice.
Proscuitto e Funghi Pizza
A classic combination that never goes out of style. Tender slices of delicate prosciutto paired with earthy mushrooms on a bed of rich tomato sauce and melted mozzarella. Simple, elegant, and full of traditional Italian flavour.
Sapore Vero Pizza
Our signature creation — bold, indulgent, and unmistakably Italian. Made with organic San Marzano tomatoes and creamy mozzarella, then topped with crispy pancetta, spicy Calabrian N’duja, and crowned with a fresh, whole burrata that melts into every slice. Finished with fragrant basil leaves, this pizza is a celebration of authentic flavours, rich textures, and our passion for quality. It’s the true taste of Sapore Vero.
Sapore Vero On The Road Pizza
Crafted for the road, fired with passion. This pizza celebrates our mobile kitchen with bold, flavour-packed ingredients: organic tomato sauce, creamy fior di latte mozzarella, smoky speck, spicy Spianata Calabra, fiery N’duja, and tender slices of Italian ham. It’s rich, rustic, and unapologetically full of character — the true Sapore Vero experience, wherever we park.
Pollo Classic Pizza
A daring twist on Italian tradition, this pizza brings together smoky wood-fired roasted chicken with a vibrant medley of mixed peppers, fresh red onions, and briny olives. Topped with fresh mozzarella and a rich tomato base, finished with a kick of fresh chilli for those who love a little heat. Unconventional, bold, and irresistibly delicious.
Vegetariana Pizza
A colourful garden feast on a crust. This pizza is topped with a rich San Marzano tomato base and Fiordilatte mozzarella, then layered with smoky grilled courgettes, tender aubergines, and a vibrant mix of roasted peppers. Light, wholesome, and bursting with natural flavours — perfect for veggie lovers craving authentic Italian goodness
Mixed Salumi Pizza
A carnivore’s dream come true. This pizza is loaded with rich tomato sauce and melty mozzarella, then piled high with tender cooked ham, spicy sausage, smoky speck, and a generous helping of classic salami. Bold, savory, and packed with irresistible Italian cured meats in every bite
Vegan Margherita Pizza
A plant-based take on the Italian classic. Made with a vibrant tomato sauce, creamy vegan cheese, and finished with fresh basil on our hand-stretched dough. Simple, authentic, and full of flavour — the essence of Margherita, 100% vegan
Vegan Ortolana Pizza
A colourful celebration of garden-fresh flavour. This plant-based pizza is topped with grilled seasonal vegetables — including aubergines, courgettes, and peppers — layered over a rich tomato base and vegan cheese, then baked on our hand-stretched dough for a rustic, satisfying bite.
Mains
Caponata Siciliana Vegana
Sicilian Vegan Caponata of Aubergines, Courgettes, Red Onions, Peppers and Black Olives served tepid with Sourdough Bread
Porchetta Main
Our homemade Roman-style porchetta — slow-roasted pork belly rolled with herbs, garlic, and spices — sliced to order and served with golden roast potatoes and sautéed spinach. Rich, flavourful, and melt-in-the-mouth tender. Perfect for sharing as a starter or snack for two, or as a satisfying main for one.
Sides
Side Friarielli
Pan Fried Neapolitan Wilted Wild Broccoli
Patate al Forno
Roast potatoes with Garlic and Rosemary
Spinaci
Wilted Spinach with Garlic and Chilli
Salads
Sapore Vero Salad
A full meal in every bite. This signature salad combines peppery rocket, tender tuna preserved in olive oil, creamy avocado, briny black Kalamata olives, sweet cherry tomatoes, sharp red onion, and luscious buffalo mozzarella. Fresh, balanced, and bursting with authentic Mediterranean flavors — perfect for those craving something wholesome and satisfying
Rocket Salad
Warm Grilled Vegetables
A vibrant mix of smoky aubergines, tender courgettes, and sweet peppers, grilled to perfection and drizzled with fragrant extra virgin olive oil. Served alongside a fresh rocket salad, this dish is a light, healthy celebration of simple, natural flavors.
Desserts & Cheeses
Tiramisu
Cannolo Siciliano
Profiteroles
Torta Ricotta e Pere Ricotta and Pear Cake
Torta Tuscia Vegan Vegan Chocolate Cake
Pizza Kit
Pizza Kit Margherita
Pizza Kit Salame Milano
Pizza Kit Vegan
Meal Deals
Sapore Vero Family Feast
Includes 2 × Any pizzas 1 × Garlic focaccia 1 × Dessert
Picnic Bundle
Enjoy one Margherita pizza, one Pepperoni pizza and one Garlic Focaccia for £25. Make it even better by adding two cocktails for £35. Available for pickup only for a limited time. Cocktails included in the offer are Aperol Spritz, Gin & Tonic and Mojito. T&Cs apply.
Beer
Cider 500ml
La Gradisca 500ML
La Midona 500ML
La Volpina 500ML
Lucky Saint
Moretti 330ML
Peroni 330ML
0% Peroni Libera 330ML
Spritz
August specials